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Gooey Coffee Caramel Cake Recipe

Gooey Coffee Caramel Cake Recipe
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This Gooey Coffee Caramel Cake is a moist, flavorful dessert combining rich coffee-infused cake with a luscious caramel sauce and a delicate coffee drizzle. Perfect for coffee lovers looking for a sweet treat with a gooey, decadent finish.

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup brewed coffee, cooled
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Caramel Sauce:

  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

For the Coffee Drizzle:

  • 2 tablespoons brewed coffee
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven & Prepare the Cake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to ensure the cake doesn’t stick and bakes evenly.
  2. Make the Cake Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and egg until light and fluffy. Then add the brewed coffee, buttermilk, and vanilla extract to the wet mixture and mix thoroughly. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until the batter is smooth and consistent.
  3. Bake the Cake: Pour the prepared batter evenly into the baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  4. Prepare the Caramel Sauce: While the cake cools, prepare the caramel sauce by combining brown sugar, butter, and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until the mixture reaches a simmer. Continue to simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens to a rich consistency. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Set aside to cool slightly.
  5. Assemble and Finish: Once the cake is fully cooled, pour the warm caramel sauce evenly over the top, allowing it to seep into the cake’s surface for that gooey finish. In a small bowl, mix brewed coffee and powdered sugar until smooth to create the coffee drizzle. Drizzle this over the caramel layer for an extra coffee kick. Serve and enjoy your indulgent Gooey Coffee Caramel Cake.

Notes

  • Use freshly brewed coffee and let it cool completely before adding to the batter to retain flavor without cooking the egg.
  • For a richer caramel sauce, use dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.
  • Make sure to let the cake cool completely before adding the caramel sauce to prevent melting and sogginess.
  • The coffee drizzle can be adjusted in sweetness according to your taste by varying the amount of powdered sugar.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free baking flour blend.

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